Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Armenia Turns to France, India Amid Russian Arms Delays

5/22/2025

32 5

Summary

Story summary

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov admitted that the ongoing Ukraine war has hindered weapon supplies to Armenia, a nation historically dependent on Russia. As delays in Russian contracts mount, Armenia is turning to France and India for arms. Lavrov pointed to the West's support for Ukraine as a significant obstacle to fulfilling Russia's commitments to Armenia.

1 of 1

Story summary

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov admitted that the ongoing Ukraine war has hindered weapon supplies to Armenia, a nation historically dependent on Russia. As delays in Russian contracts mount, Armenia is turning to France and India for arms. Lavrov pointed to the West's support for Ukraine as a significant obstacle to fulfilling Russia's commitments to Armenia.